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Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion, carrots and celery and cook for 7–8 minutes, stirring, until beginning to soften.
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Add dried thyme and pepper, then pour in broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
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Lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes until carrots are nearly tender.
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Add egg noodles and cook for the time on their package, usually 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally so they do not stick together.
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Stir in cooked shredded chicken and simmer until hot throughout, reaching 74°C / 165°F. Add a little hot water if the noodles have absorbed too much broth.
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Stir in parsley and taste before adding optional salt. Serve promptly while the noodles still have some bite. For make-ahead soup, cook and store the noodles separately.
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Cool in shallow containers and refrigerate within two hours for up to three days. Reheat thoroughly, adding extra broth or water as the noodles soften and absorb liquid.